Shanekea is a Matamata girl whose professional life started in primary education. She taught at Putaruru and Ashburton before returning to Matamata. Between teaching and the kids Kees, James and Ella, life has been full on!

Shanekea's role at Spraylink includes managing health and safety, sustainability, staffing, and marketing. She is the driving force in branding, marketing, and quality control processes.

Getting the kids to sports makes spare time a luxury, but she likes to get to the gym whenever possible.